The Methodology of Imam Al-Hudhali in Interpreting Qira'at Using Quranic Sciences in His Book Al-Kamil Fi Al-Qira'at Al-Khamsin - A Study Focused on Surah Al-Fatiha and Al-Baqara as a Model A Descriptive and Inductive Study

Abstract

This research aims to highlight the methodology of Imam Al-Hudhali in interpreting the Qira'at (mode of Quranic recitation) using the resources of Quranic sciences in his book Al-Kamil Fi Al-Qira'at Al-Khamsin. It explores Imam Al-Hudhali's diverse resources for interpretation, identifies their unique features, and examines the terminology he employed in his interpretative efforts. The researcher adopts the descriptive and inductive methodology. The study includes an introduction, a prelude, two main chapters, and a conclusion. The prelude introduces Imam Al-Hudhali, his book Al-Kamil, and the concept of Qira'at interpretation. The first chapter discusses Imam Al-Hudhali’s interpretations of Qira'at, while the second chapter examines his methodology in employing Quranic sciences for Qira'at interpretation. The study concludes with key findings, including Imam Al-Hudhali's meticulous approach to his selections in interpretation and verification. It also reveals his remarkable expertise across various resources for interpretation and highlights his predominant reliance on chain-of-transmission-based evidence, reflecting his prioritization of sanad (chain of transmission) over other interpretative aspects.